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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Merced Housing Texas is celebrating its 30th |
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anniversary in 2025; and |
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WHEREAS, Established in 1995, Merced Housing Texas was |
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created from a collaboration between civic leader Maria Berriozábal |
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and nine congregations of Catholic women who were inspired by a |
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collective mission to address housing justice in San Antonio; the |
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organization serves low-income families by advocating for |
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affordable communities, offering home repairs, and connecting |
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residents with other financial, educational, and wellness |
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services; and |
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WHEREAS, Over the years, Merced has expanded its reach by |
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acquiring and developing 14 multifamily buildings and apartments |
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across seven Texas cities to create affordable housing; in |
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addition, the group has furthered its impact by distributing |
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thousands of units of food to residents; and |
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WHEREAS, Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to fostering |
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healthy communities by providing quality, affordable housing |
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paired with supportive services, Merced Housing Texas plays an |
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important role in improving the well-being of many citizens of the |
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Lone Star State; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the Senate of the 89th Texas Legislature |
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hereby commemorate the 30th anniversary of Merced Housing Texas and |
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extend to all those affiliated with the organization sincere best |
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wishes for continued success with their important work; and, be it |
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further |
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RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be |
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prepared for Merced Housing Texas as an expression of high regard by |
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the Texas Senate. |